Snickers rice krispie treats are traditional marshmallow rice krispie treats made even better. Topped with salty peanuts, gooey caramel and a rich layer of chocolate. They’re perfectly sweet, salty and so delicious!
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It’s always hard for me to choose a favorite candy bar, but I will tell you that Snickers bars are one of my favorites.
I recently tried a new bar that they came out with called Snickers Crisper which adds crunchy crisp rice cereal to the traditional Snickers bar and afterwards I knew I had to try making a Snickers Rice Krispie Treat. And let me tell you it was a GOOD decision.
These snickers rice krispie treats start like traditional rice krispies treats, which means butter, marshmallows and crisp rice cereal – so that’s a good start right? Gooey buttery rice krispie treats are always a good idea, but just wait till you try these ones!
Ingredients Needed:
This is a quick overview of the ingredients you’ll need for this Snickers Rice Krispie Treats Recipe. Specific measurements and full recipe instructions are in the printable recipe card below.
- butter
- mini marshmallows
- crisp rice cereal
- salted peanuts
- soft caramels – I like Kraft or Werther’s brands
- heavy cream
- chocolate chips – use a high quality chocolate chip for the tastiest results
How to make Snickers Rice Krispie Treats
- Prepare a batch of the best rice krispie treats. Melt the butter and marshmallows over low heat, once melted stir in the cereal and press the mixture into a 9×13 pan.
- Spread a bunch of salted peanuts over the top of the rice krispie treats.
- Melt the caramel and heavy cream in a sauce pan until smooth and creamy and pour the caramel mixture over the peanuts and the krispie bars.
- Add the chocolate layer. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second increments, stirring as much as you can. Then pour the melted chocolate over the treats and spread it evenly over the top. Let the chocolate set. then cut into pieces.
Tips and Tricks:
- Cook on low – Keep the rice krispie treats soft by melting the butter and marshmallows on low heat,.
- Add extra marshmallows – Don’t skimp on the marshmallows. I always add an extra handful with the cereal if I have more.
- Make these into milky way rice krispie treats – by skipping the peanuts.
Storage Instructions:
Transfer the bars into an airtight container and store them at room temperature for 3 to 4 days. Don’t keep them in fridge or the bars will get too hard, and hard to cut.
If you want to store the bars longer, you can freeze them. Wrap the individual bars up in plastic wrap, then store them in a freezer safe bag or container. Freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature before enjoying them again.
What could be better than crunchy marshmallowey rice krispie treats with caramel peanuts and chocolate. Seriously these bars are a dream come true.
And definitely a sugar overload. Cut them into small pieces 😉
They’re the perfect combination of all things good, with a lot of sweet, a little salty from the peanuts. A little crunchy, and a little soft and gooey. And caramel, chocolate, peanuts and marshmallows are just a combo that is meant to be I tell ya.
Looking for more rice krispie treats recipes?
- The best gooey rice krispie treats
- Turtle Rice Krispie Treats
- Peanut Butter Cup Rice Krispie Treats
- Samoa Rice Krispie Treats
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Snickers Rice Krispie Treats
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 5 cups mini marshmallows
- 5 1/2 cups rice krispie cereal
- 1/2 cup salted peanuts
- 16 oz Soft caramels ( unwrapped, about 1.5 of the 11oz bags)
- 3 TBS heavy cream
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt your butter or margarine over medium low heat in a large sauce pan.
- Add in marshmallows, and stir together till marshmallows are completely melted.
- Pour in your rice krispie cereal and stir together till cereal is completely coated.
- Pour cereal into a 9×13 in pan and press down evenly. (Don’t squish too much!)
- Sprinkle peanuts evenly over the top of the rice krispie treats.
- In a medium sized sauce pan combine caramels and heavy cream over medium heat.
- Stir until caramel is melted and smooth.
- Pour caramel evenly over the top of rice krispie treats.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30 second increments (for about 90 seconds total), stirring after each until smooth.
- Pour chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
- Let chocolate set completely and cut.
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MAKE THESE DELICIOUS SNICKERS RICE KRISPIE TREATS WITH THE HELP OF THESE KITCHEN TOOLS AND INGREDIENTS:
Bars are rich so they are great cut even smaller than photos shown if desired.
Liz says
I have made these many times and they have been a hit every single time. I literally crave these treats!
I do have one question in regards to the caramel… I will be making these next week when I will be short on time, would any jar/bottled caramels achieve the same effect as melting down caramel and cream? I don’t have much experience with caramel outside of this recipe to know!
Aimee says
I think a jarred caramel would be much thinner than the melted down caramels. But if you don’t mind extra gooey it might work
Leslie says
I made these for a company pool party and they were a HIT! Making them for July 4th! I even used store bought Rice Krispie treats and Smuckers carmel topping. Can’t go wrong with this dessert. Quick and easy!
Beck says
Is this gluten free?
Aimee says
Most rice cereals aren’t naturally gluten free, due to having malt in them. So you’ll need to buy a specifically gluten free brand. But I believe everything else should be safe, you’ll have to check the ingredients
Keli Rugenstein says
I can’t tell how much caramel. On my computer is shows as 16 oz 1 1/2 11 oz caramels. Help please!
Aimee says
Sorry, that was confusing! It should be 16oz, which is about 1.5 of the 11oz sized bags.
Nicole says
I am not sure where I went wrong but I made these and the Carmel part is so hard you could break your tooth so next time I’m just going to leave the Carmel out of it.
Aimee says
So sorry, your caramel must’ve been over cooked slightly, or not quite enough liquid added in.